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ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission fails during third stage, 16 satellites lost

ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission fails during third stage, 16 satellites lost

ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission, carrying 16 satellites including a foreign Earth Observation satellite, failed during the third stage. The rocket deviated from its flight path, resulting in the loss of all satellites. Chairman V Narayanan said a detailed analysis is underway

Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad voters unmoved by 'hypothetical' promises

From long-pending infrastructure issues to a surge in “free service” announcements, voters across the cities are questioning the credibility, intent, and financial feasibility of the pledges being made in the last leg of campaigning

12 January,2026 03:43 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy unites India and Germany, says Chancellor Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings are more needed today than ever during his visit to Sabarmati Ashram with PM Modi. After the inauguration, both the leaders took a ride on the ground in an open vehicle and also tried their hands at flying kites

12 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | Ahmedabad | PTI

PM Modi praises India-Germany cooperation in defence, trade and renewable energy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India-Germany cooperation in defence and security reflects mutual trust, announcing new initiatives to deepen strategic ties. He mentioned that India and Germany share common priorities in the renewable energy sector

12 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | Gandhinagar | IANS

Air India flight diverted to Jaipur due to medical emergency

An Air India flight from Delhi to Vijayawada was diverted to Jaipur on Monday after an elderly passenger fell ill onboard. The source said an elderly passenger became unwell onboard the flight AI2517 following which the flight was diverted to Jaipur where the passenger was deboarded and taken to hospital

12 January,2026 02:12 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

‘Try cutting my legs’: Annamalai challenges Raj Thackeray after jibe

Raj Thackeray had taken a sharp jibe at the BJP leader whom he mockingly referred to as 'rasmalai' and asked whether Annamalai has any standing to speak on Mumbai's issue, after the latter allegedly suggested that Mumbai is an "international city"

12 January,2026 02:10 PM IST | Chennai | mid-day online correspondent

Quintessential Sherni: Congress leaders hail Priyanka Gandhi on her birthday

Congress leaders across the country extended birthday greetings to Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, praising her courage, compassion and commitment to people’s issues. Congress general secretary in-charge organisation K C Venugopal said, "Wishing the dynamic and charismatic leader, AICC GS & Wayanad MP Smt

12 January,2026 01:29 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

Actor-politician Vijay appears before CBI over Karur rally stampede

TVK chief and actor Vijay appeared before the CBI for questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case that claimed 41 lives during a rally last year. The Tamil superstar reached the CBI headquarters here and was taken to the team investigating the stampede, which occurred during a rally he addressed on September 27 last year in Karur, TN

12 January,2026 12:47 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz review India-Germany ties in Gandhinagar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held delegation-level talks in Gandhinagar, focusing on boosting cooperation across key sectors as the India-Germany partnership marks 25 years. Chancellor Merz arrived in India early on Monday on a visit aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations between India and Germany

12 January,2026 12:37 PM IST | Gandhinagar | IANS

ISRO to launch PSLV-C62 today, India’s first space mission of 2026

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium Director, BR Guruprasad, said on Sunday, “On January 12, 2026, India will conduct its first launch of the year. The PSLV is one of the most reliable launch vehicles globally and has successfully deployed spacecraft such as Chandrayaan-1, Mangalyaan, Aditya-L1, and more”

12 January,2026 12:26 PM IST | Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) | mid-day online correspondent

PM Modi, Merz share festive moments at Gujarat’s International Kite Festival

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz participated in the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad, celebrating Uttarayan and India-Germany ties. The festival attracts participants and visitors from across India and around the world

12 January,2026 11:34 AM IST | Ahmedabad | IANS

Severe cold wave grips UP, devotees brave freezing Sangam waters at Magh Mela

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a maximum temperature of around 20 degrees Celsius in the city, with the minimum expected to fall to 7 degrees Celsius as the cold wave intensifies

12 January,2026 11:30 AM IST | Agra | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi, Merz share festive moments at Gujarat’s International Kite Festival

PM Modi, Merz share festive moments at Gujarat’s International Kite Festival

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz participated in the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad, celebrating Uttarayan and India-Germany ties. The festival attracts participants and visitors from across India and around the world

12 January,2026 11:34 AM IST | Ahmedabad | IANS
Severe cold wave grips UP, devotees brave freezing Sangam waters at Magh Mela

Severe cold wave grips UP, devotees brave freezing Sangam waters at Magh Mela

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a maximum temperature of around 20 degrees Celsius in the city, with the minimum expected to fall to 7 degrees Celsius as the cold wave intensifies

12 January,2026 11:30 AM IST | Agra | mid-day online correspondent
Suspected Pakistan drones spotted along LoC and IB in Jammu and Kashmir

Suspected Pakistan drones spotted along LoC and IB in Jammu and Kashmir

According to officials, security forces have launched a search operation on the ground after noticing the movement of suspected drones in the forward areas

12 January,2026 10:02 AM IST | Jammu | mid-day online correspondent
Pune: Fadnavis says criminals belong in jail, not municipal corporation

Pune: Fadnavis says criminals belong in jail, not municipal corporation

Referring to repeated assurances about eliminating gangs like the "Koyta gang," Fadnavis said supporting or nominating criminals was "absolutely wrong" and asserted that even if such candidates win elections, they would ultimately face jail, not positions in the municipal corporation

12 January,2026 10:00 AM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Indore man dies after kite string slits his throat while riding bike

Indore man dies after kite string slits his throat while riding bike

The deceased has been identified as Raghuveer Dhakar, and the incident occurred between Khajrana Chowk and Bengali Chowk; the police said they received information that a bike rider has died after his throat was slit by a kite string

12 January,2026 08:06 AM IST | Indore | ANI

IN PHOTOS: PSLV-C62 lifts off in ISRO’s first major launch of 2026

ISRO kicked off 2026 with the powerful launch of PSLV-C62 from Sriharikota, sending the EOS-N1 (Anvesha) Earth observation satellite and 15 co-passenger satellites toward Sun Synchronous Orbit. Executed by NewSpace India Limited, the mission underscored India’s growing commercial space footprint. (INPUTS/ANI)

12 January,2026 04:54 PM IST | Tarun Verma
Delhi: Two more accused arrested in Turkman Gate stone-pelting incident

Delhi: Two more accused arrested in Turkman Gate stone-pelting incident

The accused have been identified as Fahim alias Sanu and Shehzad. With their arrest, the total number of people held in connection with the case has risen to 18

12 January,2026 07:11 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI

IT Ministry warning forces X to act on Grok obscene content in India

IT Ministry warning forces X to act on Grok obscene content in India

Around 3500 pieces of content have been blocked, and over 600 accounts deleted, according to sources.  X has accepted its mistake, and said it will comply with Indian laws, sources said, adding that in future, the platform will not allow obscene imagery

12 January,2026 06:38 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

Actor-singer Prashant Tamang, 43, dies of cardiac arrest

Actor-singer Prashant Tamang, 43, dies of cardiac arrest

Tamang’s close friend, singer Mahesh Sewa, said that the singer-actor died at his residence in Janak Puri; the family is yet to decide whether to perform the funeral in Delhi or Darjeeling

12 January,2026 06:35 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

In Nashik, Fadnavis promises pothole free roads, clean water 

In Nashik, Fadnavis promises pothole free roads, clean water 

Chief Minister promises pothole-free roads for the next 50 years, also announces plans for high-speed rail corridor between Nashik and Pune

11 January,2026 09:01 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar

Canada: CCTV captures Indian student being shot near Toronto university campus

    Canada: CCTV captures Indian student being shot near Toronto university campus

    A 20-year-old Indian doctoral student was shot dead near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus, triggering a homicide investigation and renewed safety concerns among international students. Police say the suspect fled before officers arrived and no description has been released so far. The incident comes just weeks after another Indian-origin murder in Toronto, raising alarm within the community as authorities continue to investigate both cases.  

    27 December,2025 05:03 PM IST
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